[2026] E-7-4 Visa (K-Point 700) Calculator & Complete Guide

2026 K-Point E74 Insight

E-7-4 Visa Master Guide &
Official Precision Calculator

Welcome to the ultimate 2026 E-7-4 Visa Points Calculator and application guide. The K-Point E74 system is a crucial pathway for E-9, E-10, and H-2 visa holders in South Korea to transition into the skilled worker E-7-4 visa, granting long-term residency. To qualify, applicants must secure a minimum of 200 points. However, points alone aren't enough; you must also meet strict basic requirements. Use our up-to-date calculator below—built exactly upon the Ministry of Justice's official tables—to check your eligibility with 100% accuracy.

✅ Basic Eligibility (Must meet ALL)

• 4+ years of stay within the last 10 years on an E-9, E-10, or H-2 visa, currently working legally.
  *(Exception: 3+ years in a non-capital area with a local gov. recommendation)
• Annual salary of 26M+ KRW (25M+ for Agri/Fishing) with a 2-year minimum contract.
• Recommendation from current employer (must have worked there for 1+ year).
• Minimum 50 points each in Income and Korean Language.
• Total Score of 200+ points.
  *(Exception: If total is 150+ points, Korean Language can be deferred for 2 years).

🚫 Exclusions (Disqualified if ANY apply)

• Received a criminal fine of 1,000,000 KRW or more.
• Currently has unpaid taxes (Eligible once fully paid).
• Violated the Immigration Act 4 or more times.
• History of illegal stay for 3 months or more.
• Deemed a threat to national interest, public safety, or social/economic order.

1. The Official Evaluation Table

Before calculating your score, review the official Ministry of Justice K-Point E74 evaluation table below. Our calculator is programmed strictly according to these exact parameters, including the special exceptions (red text) for language deferrals.

The 4 Core Pillars of E-7-4

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Stay & Work 4+ years on E-9/E-10/H-2 within the last 10 years, currently working normally.

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Employment Annual salary of 26M KRW+ (or 25M+ for agriculture/fishing) and a 2-year contract.

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Recommendation Must have worked at the current company for at least 1 year and obtained their recommendation.

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The Score Minimum 200 points total. (Or 150+ points for Korean language deferral exception).

E-7-4 Precision Calculator

Evaluate your official score in 60 seconds.

STEP 1. Mandatory Filter Check (필수 요건)

1-A. Working Sector (근무 업종) General (Manufacturing, Construction, etc.) Agriculture, Livestock, Fishing, Coastal Shipping (Lower Income Threshold)

1-B. Stay Period (체류 기간) Yes, 4+ years on E-9/E-10/H-2 (or 3+ years via Regional Exception) No, I do not meet the minimum stay period yet

STEP 2. Core Points (기본 항목)

2-1. Average Annual Income (최근 2년 평균 소득) Under minimum requirement (Ineligible) 25M ~ 29.9M KRW (Agri/Fish: 24M+) [+50 pts] 30M ~ 34.9M KRW [+65 pts] 35M ~ 39.9M KRW [+80 pts] 40M ~ 44.9M KRW [+95 pts] 45M ~ 49.9M KRW [+110 pts] 50M KRW or more [+120 pts]

2-2. Korean Proficiency (한국어 능력) Under Level 2 (0 pts) - *Check for 150pt exception later TOPIK Lv.2 / KIIP Stage 2 / Pre-test 41~60 pts [+50 pts] TOPIK Lv.3 / KIIP Stage 3 / Pre-test 61~80 pts [+80 pts] TOPIK Lv.4+ / KIIP Stage 4+ / Pre-test 81+ pts [+120 pts]

2-3. Age (만 나이) Select your age 19 ~ 26 years old [+40 pts] 27 ~ 33 years old [+60 pts] 34 ~ 40 years old [+30 pts] 41 years or older [+10 pts]

STEP 3. Bonus Points (가점 항목)

* Bonuses ①~⑥ can be combined (However, if both ① Central and Local Gov. recommendations are selected, only one is recognized).

① Central Ministry Recommendation (중앙부처 추천) +30 pts ① Local Government Recommendation (광역지자체 추천) +30 pts ② Employer Recommendation (고용기업체 추천) - MANDATORY +50 pts ③ 3+ Years at Current Workplace (현근무처 3년 근속) +20 pts ④ 3+ Yrs in Population Decline/Rural Area (인구감소/읍면) +20 pts ⑤ Certificate (Craftsman+) or Domestic Degree (국내 학위/자격증) +20 pts ⑥ Korean Driver's License (국내 운전면허증) +10 pts

STEP 4. Penalty Points (감점 항목)

① Fines under 1M KRW (벌금 100만원 미만) - 0 times 1 time [-5 pts] 2 times [-10 pts] 3 or more times [-20 pts] ② Stay restrictions due to Tax Arrears (체납 체류제한) - 0 times 1 time [-5 pts] 2 times [-10 pts] 3 or more times [-15 pts] ③ Immigration Law Violations (출입국 위반/과태료) - 0 times 1 time [-5 pts] 2 times [-10 pts] 3 or more times [-15 pts]

Your Official Estimated Score

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/ 300 Points

2. Fill Out the Official Self-Assessment Form

Once you have confirmed your points using the calculator above, you must officially record them on the "K-point E74 Self-Assessment Form" (점수제 자체 심사표). This document is a mandatory upload during the HiKorea application process. Enter the exact scores you generated above into the corresponding fields on this form.

⚠️ Beyond the Points: What Immigration Checks First

In practice, before looking at your score, evaluators look for consistency and risks. If these three pillars are clear, your approval chances skyrocket:

1. Stay History Accuracy: Is your 4-5 year stay calculation exact, accounting for any gaps or departures?
2. Document Consistency: Do your employment contract, tax reports, and actual payroll perfectly align?
3. Zero Disqualifications: Any unpaid taxes, criminal records, or repetitive immigration law violations?

*Clear these first, and the 200 points will naturally follow.

Why Good Scores Fail: The 5 Fatal Mistakes

In my consultations, I constantly see applicants rejected despite having over 200 points. Avoid these 5 common pitfalls:

• Stay Calculation Error: Miscalculating the 10-year period by not deducting overseas trips or gaps.
• Income Mismatch: Your contract says one salary, but your tax report and bank deposits show another. They must align perfectly.
• Recommendation Loophole: The requirement is "1 year at the CURRENT company + recommendation," but the paperwork is messy.
• Missing Minimums: Applying without reaching the mandatory 50-point minimum in income.
• Late Penalty Cleaning: Resolving tax arrears or violation fines too late, twisting the entire application timeline.

🔎 What is "Transition Recommendation" (전환추천)?

If your company mentions "K-Work registration," they are using a special government system to recommend you first before the actual visa change. Only worry about this if your company explicitly asks you to.

Prepare These 5 Things Before Consultation

Don't guess your eligibility. Have these 5 facts ready to get a fast and accurate judgment:

• Exact timeline of visa changes (last 10 years) + overseas gaps.
• Current company start date & brief job duties.
• Labor contract (Salary, Duration, Tasks).
• Available Income Certificates (Tax documents).
• TOPIK or KIIP current status.

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* Disclaimer: The eligibility requirements and point table items (scores) above are subject to change during the official operation process. Always verify with official immigration sources.© 2026 Living in Korea Guide. Based on Official Ministry of Justice Data.Official Source: HiKorea Official Announcement - 2026 Skilled Worker (E-7-4) Operational Plan Notice